Good afternoon ya’ll!
What a year huh? Its a strange year for sure. Who knew that 2020 was going to be such a sobering year? It does make me wonder about all the things I have taken for granted like, walking next to a stranger and not worrying about getting sick. Just being out there and enjoying the park right?
Well, as far as I can tell, the only thing I can do to make things better and to protect myself and others, is to wear a mask and stay home as much as possible. I know its very hard and boring and boring and…. boring! But, I rather be safe than sorry. Common sense right? I just read a sobering article from TIME: 500,000 dead worlwide. Pretty sad. So yeah, will be home for sure.
Having said that, let me begin by stressing that unless you have a maid; there’s always something to do at home. And home is where the heart is right? So why not make it better one day at a time. We can begin with small things like, keeping it clean and tidy.
Most of us will agree that when our homes are clean, we feel proud and happy. We enjoy clean, tidy spaces that smell good. I don’t know about you but I love the smell of fresh laundry and clean carpets. There’s nothing like walking into your home and being hit by a wave of fresh scent. My favorite scents are floral, fruity and spicy. Yup, I am scent afficionado.
There’s plenty you can do around the home to keep you busy while making it smell good and fresh. You can even enlist the help of your family (and you should). A home is made of all things we love but its also made by the energy, love and affection from all members. You and your family can beautfy your home together and benefit from the sense of accomplishment that comes with it.
Perhaps, this is the time to move furniture around and get to those tight corners, nooks and crannies that you normally would ignore. Maybe, the baseboards need a scrubbing or just a simple wipe down. If you have essential oils, try adding them to your cleaning solution to add more scent or simply empower the scent even more. I have come to realize that I can mix scents pretty well, so well that I have made a few candles and room sprays for my home. Not for sale, but for my family to enjoy.
Remember, even if you are on tight budget, you can always clean with inexpensive items such as Pinesol, Fabuloso or plain bleach. Some of us have cleaned with Dawn and vinegar mixed together to make a pretty powerful solution. The point is to remove dust, grime and/or old energy accumulated in your home. And yes, I believe eneergy can become stagnant and therefore contribute to our moods. Get up and move that energy around. I sometimes use a little bit of plain water and Florida water mixed together to cleanse my home and it always feels good to do so. Whatever scents you use, focus on the intent of your cleaning and picture an open positive current flowing through your home.
Whatever your own beliefs, a clean home is a happy home. So get up and move around, and while you clean up play some tunes. I love listening to my Spanish musica while I clean, and to my jazz when I cook. Play whatever makes you and keeps you moving. Afterwards, you will enjoy the fruits of your labor in the form of a clean fresch scent all over your home. A tidy home will keep you organized, focused and on track, Remember, a place for everything and everything in its place. Happy cleaning, cheer up! We are going to make it through this difficult uncertain times. Blessings!
Til Next Time,
MJ Jones
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